Worldwide Jones Act attorneys and Maritime lawyers with over 100 years combined experience in Maritime Personal Injury Cases and Jones Act Seamen Claims. We also handle Houston Auto Accidents, Texas Truck Accidents, Houston Motorcycle Accidents and Texas Construction Injuries and Refinery Explosion cases. We have handled FELA cases nationwide for over 45 years, representing railroad workers injured on the job. The lawyers of SMSH are prepared to help you win your case. In order to better serve our clients we also offer services in Spanish (Espanol).

Serious Experience

With over 100 years of combined experienced our team of lawyers carries the knowledge you need on your side. We have successfully handled thousands of cases. Though Schechter, McElwee, Shaffer & Harris, L.L.P. is based in Texas we handle personal injury cases throughout the United States and in many cases, all over the world. We handle cases in: Maine, New Hampshire, Massachusetts, Rhode Island, Connecticut, New Jersey, New York, Delaware, Maryland, Virginia, North Carolina, South Carolina, Georgia, Florida, California, Oregon, Washington, Alaska, Hawaii, Florida, Alabama, Mississippi, and Louisiana.

In order to better serve the diverse population of the US we offer services in Spanish (Espanol).

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A Full Range of Personal Injury Service

Our extensive experience in personal injury law allows us to tackle the most serious cases. SMSH focuses on the following areas:

• Maritime/Jones Act Workers Claims
  • Jones Act/Seaman’s Injuries
  • Longshoreman/Longshore 3rd Party Claims
  • Seaman’s Wage Claims
  • Rig and Platform Workers
  • Barge Workers and Crews
  • Jack-up Rig Workers and Crews
  • Supply Boat Workers and Crews
  • Tankers, Freighter & Other Ocean Going Crews
  • Offshore Platform Workers
• Auto Accidents
• Truck Accidents
• Motorcycle Accidents
• Construction/Refinery Accidents
  • Plant Explosions
  • Other Refinery Injuries
  • Product Liability
  • Injuries from Dangerous Products
• Railroad Workers Claims/Accidents
  • FELA
  • Railroad Worker Injuries
  • Other Claims Against Railroads

A Winning Record

The thousands of personal injury suits we have won for our clients speaks to the record of our success. At SMSH we take on the toughest cases. Maritime and Jones Act cases, some of the most difficult to understand, are our specialty. Our experience in these cases makes SMSH the easy choice for injured seamen.

Personal Service When you Need it Most

We strive to give you the personal service your case deserves. You will be able to speak with an attorney or partner, not just an aide or paralegal. In addition, if you are unable to visit one of our offices we will visit your home or hospital for a free consultation. Please do not hesitate to contact SMSH today. At Schechter, McElwee, Shaffer & Harris, L.L.P. we have the serious experience needed to win your personal injury case.

We understand that if you have been injured you need answers and you need them now. At SMSH we are available to speak with you 24 hours a day seven days a week.

Our team at SMSH only takes on cases we believe we can win. Because of this we work on a contingency basis- we don’t get paid unless you do.

Please contact us today.

Schechter, McElwee, Shaffer & Harris, L.L.P.
3200 Travis Street
3rd Floor
Houston, Texas 77006
713-524-3500
1-800-282-2122
FAX: 713-751-0412

Texas Motor Vehicle Accidents

Contact our experienced Houston Motor Vehicle Accident Lawyers who are board certified by the Texas Board of Legal Specialization in Personal Injury trial law. We have won cases for thousands of Greater Houston Area Car, Truck, Motorcycle, Bus, ATV, Pedestrian & Bicycle Wreck victims over the past 45 years. If you have been injured in a Houston Motor Vehicle Accident, contact us.

Maritime and Jones Act Workers Claims

Our experienced team of maritime lawyers represent injured seamen and have done so for over 45 years. We are familiar with offshore injuries, maritime employers, and admiralty defense attorneys. Your maritime personal injury case will be handled expertly by our firm.

Texas Construction and Refinery Accidents

In order to take on big oil companies, a Texas oil refinery accident lawyer must have extensive knowledge of refinery laws and regulations. The attorneys at Schechter, McElwee, Shaffer & Harris, L.L. have both the knowledge and experience needed to win your case. If you are an employee or contractor who has been injured in an oil refinery accident please call 1-800-282-2122 today.

Railroad Injury Lawyers | FELA Claims

The railroad company you work for will contact their lawyers as soon as you are involved in an on the job accident. SMSH has represented injured railway workers for over 45 years nationwide. We have the experience to get you the results you deserve. Contact a railroad injury lawyer with experience.  Contact SMSH today.

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Arthur L. Schechter, Matthew D. Shaffer and Jonathan S. Harris are Board Certified in Personal Injury Trial Law by the Texas Board of Legal Specialization.

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August 2010 Texas Injury Lawyer Newsletter

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SMSH Maritime Lawyers April 2010 Newsletter

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